GAINESVILLE - The Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce Business Showcase 2008 is Thursday, March 13 from 10 a.m.-7:00 p.m. at the Georgia Mountains Center.<br />
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It will feature a Small Business Resource Fair, business-to-business networking, interactive booth displays, A Taste of Gainesville, door prizes and much more. The event is free and open to the public.<br />
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The showcase is in the arena and is designed to offer exhibitors lead generation, increased sales and a strengthened company brand. Sponsorship opportunities and booths are now available. More than 90 exhibit spaces are available to businesses/organizations with a special non-profit section. In addition, the showcase will offer complimentary food from area restaurants. <br />
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Regional and state resource providers will be on hand to provide information on the following: <br />
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*How to start a small business in Hall County <br />
*How to get state and local funding for small businesses <br />
*How to help a small business grow <br />
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Business After Hours and the Annual Auction will be held in conjunction with the event from 5:00